Gastric Lap Band or Adjustable Gastric Banding Surgery

Gastric Lap Band or Adjustable Gastric Banding Surgery

DESCRIPTION

The Adjustable Gastric Band procedure, consist in placing an adjustable (inflatable) band in the upper end of the stomach. This leaves a small pouch above it and the rest of the stomach stays on the lower end.Once the band is placed, the patient will have a smaller eating capacity, having a satiety feeling.

LENGTH OF SURGERY

The length of this procedure is 1.5 hours

TYPE OF ANESTHESIA

This procedure is performed under general anesthesia

RISKS

Gastritis, Burning sensation, or ulcers.

Stomach can be injured while the surgery is performed, as well as intestines and other organs.

There is risk of leakage from the joint parts of the stomach (through staples).

Poor nutrition.

Over eating can provoke vomiting.

RECOVERY TIME

Usually patients stay in hospital for 2 nights. After being released they can continue with their normal life, following the surgeons instructions at all time.

Why Do It In Cancun?

Cancun is rapidly becoming one of the most popular medical tourism and medical travel destinations in the world. This is mostly due to the quality in hospitals, surgical centers, dental clinics using modern medical technology. Moreover, Cancun is close from home and offers extraordinary all-inclusive beachfront hotels designed for every budget.

Why Do It With My Medical Vacations?

Our programs were specifically designed to address the international patient. We know what is needed to have a positive experience and to sum it up, we present our 7 most important features.

From your first inquiry to all of your subsequent doubts or questions, our highly experienced team of MTC’s (Medical Tourism Consultants) will provide you with the answers you need on an immediate basis.

Our MTC team has managed more than 1500 cases of international patients in the area of Cosmetic Surgery alone! Their perspective along with all of our surgeon´s recommendations will make you feel at ease. We promise!

All of our packages also include the most complete follow up program available. Our multidiscipline staff includes: Specialized Registered Nurses (You will absolutely love them), certified Patient concierge (They will make everything easier for you) and more.

After being released from the hospital, our team will take over, providing and assisting you every step of the way.

You will never feel alone… if anything you will feel like part of the family!

Our service doesn’t stop after our airport farewell! Our medical tourism consultant team will keep close communication, informing your surgeon about your progress and of course answering any doubt or question you may have at this stage and until you are completely recuperated and back to your normal life.